Health & Wellness

For a family-pleasing main dish that's on the lighter side, consider these cheesy tortilla wraps. They're a fun and tasty alternative to the usual tuna casserole.—Mary Wilhelm, Sparta, Wisconsin,Ingredients1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup fat-free milk2 cans (5 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed...

This chicken fajitas recipe is definitely on my weeknight dinner rotation. The marinated chicken in these popular wraps is mouthwatering. The fajitas go together in a snap and always get raves! —Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky,Ingredients4 tablespoons canola oil, divided2 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon chili powder1/2 teaspoon...

This easy refrigerator pickles recipe is a great way to use cucumbers and onions from the garden. Here in Upstate New York, we have an abundance of cucumbers. —Catherine Seibold, Elma, New York,Ingredients6 cups thinly sliced cucumbers2 cups thinly sliced onions1-1/2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon mustard seed1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric1/2 teaspoon...

Why buy a whole bottle of dressing when you can make just enough for two in minutes? This apple vinaigrette recipe is light and tart. —Shirley Glaab, Hattiesburg, Mississippi,Ingredients2 teaspoons unsweetened apple juice1 teaspoon water1 teaspoon rice vinegar1 teaspoon lemon juice1 teaspoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/8 teaspoon saltSpring mix salad greensAssorted fresh fruit image/svg+xml Text...

My children have frowned upon many of my casserole recipes, but they give a cheer when they hear we're having baked ziti for supper. I've tried to incorporate more meatless meals into our menus, which is how this recipe got started. No one misses the meat. They even like the leftovers! —Charity Burkholder, Pittsboro, Indiana,Ingredients3 cups uncooked ziti...

Baked ham is an Easter tradition at our house. The glaze features my dried homegrown basil. My husband absolutely loves ham, so I get a large one to be sure we have leftovers. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin,Ingredients1 fully cooked bone-in ham (8 to 10 pounds)1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon stone-ground mustard2...

These quick-to-fix wraps are ideal for lunch or dinner. They're versatile, too —you can replace the tuna with chicken, turkey or ham. Adapt them to whatever you have on hand for a fun alternative to sandwiches. —Amy Smeltzer, Barton, Maryland,Ingredients4 pouches (2.6 ounces each) sweet and spicy chunk light tuna1-1/2 cups coleslaw mix1/3 cup chopped salted peanuts1 tablespoon...

This bread looks inviting and doesn’t disappoint when you take a bite. The sun-dried tomatoes and red onions give it an extra-special appearance, fit for any celebratory meal. —Kathy Katz, Ocala, Florida,Ingredients1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)1/2 cup boiling water1-1/4 cups warm V8 juice (70° to 80°)2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon...

I combine two of fall's best foods in this recipe. The pretty, fresh-tasting filling makes this an extra-special side dish.—Jim Ulberg, Elk Rapids, Michigan,Ingredients4 medium acorn squash1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped1 medium tart apple, coarsely chopped1 medium orange, peeled and diced2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup butter, melted1 teaspoon grated orange zestPinch...

For 30 years, I've been using leftover mashed potatoes to make these light and fluffy doughnuts. The recipe was originally created by my neighbor's mother-in-law. The doughnuts are great for breakfast or as a snack anytime. —Marilyn Kleinfall, Elk Grove Village, Illinois,Ingredients1/2 cup mashed potatoes (made with milk and butter)1/4 cup sugar1 large egg, lightly beaten1/2 cup sour...